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Do these shoes match my pants? What trousers go with my dress shirt? What color of leather matches my style?–these are just some of the questions we constantly ask ourselves to freshen up our wardrobe, in the hopes of impressing in our next romantic date or just looking good for drinks after work. While the nonchalant, “I woke up like this” look works for some (let’s call them the chosen few), putting in a little effort in the way you dress through some research (and lots of trial and error) is a rewarding, and fun, experience.

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In our Style Guide series for men, we want to guide you through the daunting and complicated world of men’s fashion and style. We’ll give you some tips, outfit recommendations, do’s and don’ts, as well as grooming essentials and all things in between. To start off your journey, here are the basics that you need to cover:

Now that you have the basics down, it’s time to try some pieces out for yourself. Check out the latest shopping deals here.